In The Road to Character, author David Brooks introduces the idea of “résumé virtues” vs “eulogy virtues”.
Eulogy virtues exist at the core of our being and define our character.
Whereas résumé virtues relate more to outwardly recognized goals, such as career success and status.
David goes on to give examples of great thinkers and leaders, and how they built their characters.
Helping us to reflect on our own journey, and what role our character and eulogy virtues may play going forward.
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • David Brooks challenges us to rebalance the scales between the focus on external success—“résumé virtues”—and our core principles. NAMED ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR BY THE ECONOMIST New York Times column and his previous bestsellers, David Brooks has consistently illuminated our daily lives in surprising and original ways. In The Social Animal, he explored the neuroscience of human connection and how we can flourish together. Now, in The Road to Character, he focuses on the deeper values that should inform our lives. The Road to Character provides an opportunity for us to rethink our priorities, and strive to build rich inner lives marked by humility and moral depth. Praise for The Road to Character — The New York Times Book Review —Andrew Solomon, author of Far from the Tree and The Noonday Demon —The Guardian — USA Today Read more
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